OFFICIALLY IN MY SECOND TRIMESTER TODAY!!🥹🩵 This is the first pregnancy that I have made it this far and I’m so so so happy 🥹🩵
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2 Apr 2024
Understanding Pregnancy Loss in the Second Trimester
Understanding Pregnancy Loss in the Second Trimester
Experiencing a miscarriage in the second trimester can be an extremely difficult and emotional time for you and your family. Here are all the information you need to know about this.
Key Facts
Approximately 2-3% of pregnancies are lost during this period, with the rate of fetal demise after 20 weeks being less than 0.5%.
Seeking emotional and medical support during this time is crucial for your well-being - as you may feel as if you are losing a close family member, having already developed hopes and dreams for your unborn child.
Diagnosing the Condition
- If you experience symptoms like bleeding, cramping, and loss of fetal movement, it could indicate a possible second trimester loss.
- A fetal demise is diagnosed through an ultrasound that shows no fetal heart activity.
- Decreased fetal movement, especially after the 20th week, is a serious concern and requires immediate medical attention.
Managing and Treating the Condition
- The treatment options for a second trimester loss differ significantly from those of an early miscarriage.
- It is important for you not to wait for a natural delivery due to the high risk of significant bleeding and changes in your body's clotting system.
- Surgical evacuation and labor induction are the main treatment options, each with specific procedures and recovery considerations.
- During this process, receiving emotional support and having your religious preferences and wishes for remembrances respected are essential.
In this challenging time, remember that it's okay to feel a range of emotions and to take the time you need to heal. You are not alone in this journey.
There is a community and professionals ready to support you. Your feelings are valid, and it's important to allow yourself the space and time to grieve.
Frequently Asked Questions
What symptoms should I look out for?
How is fetal demise confirmed?
What could cause my second trimester loss?
What treatment options do I have?
What should I expect after undergoing treatment?
Is it important for me to use contraception after a second trimester loss?
All you need to know
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Brittany
4 Oct 2023
Last week of the second trimester my first pregnancy has flown by only 15 weeks left 🥺
Jessica
Yes I can't believe it I'm the same way 🥴😲 like this is really my 1st pregnancy that time has gone by soooo fast usually I'm the one saying omg when is this baby coming lol 🤣 and now this one I'm like ugh take your time baking babygirl no rush over here lol even though I'm excited and can't wait to hold her 🥰❤️
27 Mar 2024
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Ashleyrenee
20 Jul 2023
19 Weeks Tmro Half away Through My Pregnancy And My Second Trimester 🥰🤗💙 Super Excited 😊
Rachel
Sameee!🩵🩷
27 Mar 2024
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Steph
17 Jul 2023
Anybody else get like period cramps in second trimester? Does this lay throughout the whole pregnancy?
Laina
I’m 16 weeks today and I’ve been cramping like CRAZY! Actually called my dr to see if it was normal
27 Mar 2024
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Keke
Omgggg I thought I was the only one I’m 20 weeks Wednesday & im like wtf I be scared lol
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Erica
13 May 2023
Have anybody morning sickness came back in the second trimester . I’m sick asf & ion like it my pregnancy was a breeze .
Daisa
No just for me back pain and really sleepy. I don’t wish that morning sickness on No one😩
27 Mar 2024
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Christine
I have been sick the whole pregnancy I am 14 weeks
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Toya
27 Feb 2023
Anyone else dealt with pelvic girdle pain in their first trimester? This is my second child but 3rd pregnancy. I miscarried with my first pregnancy.
Britt
Yes, I went to the doctor for an emergency appointment one day because it was so bad.
27 Mar 2024
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Toya
What dis they do for you? This stuff is no joke 😭 some days are better than others.
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Nici🍭
14 Feb 2023
Third trimester going good so far. Second week in! So far this whole pregnancy been smooth honestly. No sicknesses or anything🙌🏽🙏🏽💕
Xena
I don't have sickness unless I hadn't eaten. But I do have extreme tiredness 😂
27 Mar 2024
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Heather
19 Dec 2022
Guys. I’m getting a #cerclage tomorrow and I’m terrified. I’m 12 weeks and I had a sub chorionic hemorrhage a few days ago. I had a second trimester loss at 18 weeks which is why I’m getting the cerclage preventatively. Does anyone have any experience with this I’m freaking out
👑 Kookie 💜
I just got one about 2 weeks ago
27 Mar 2024
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Ashlie
11 Sep 2022
Hello second trimester! It feels like this pregnancy is flying by! #rainbowbaby #14weekspregnant #babygirl
Olivia
Man do i feel like that. I’m already almost 19 weeks and it’s crazy. I’ve been working on a few registries which seems crazy. February can’t get here soon enough tho.
27 Mar 2024
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Ashlie
I have been doing registries also and even starting to buy stuff!
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